THIS IS A TRULY RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A PRIVATE LAKE HIDEAWAY ON 2.65 AC W/ 261 FT OF FRONTAGE ON 13 AC CLAM LAKE, NESTLED DEEP IN THE WOODS, AND SURROUNDED BY THE RECENT 235 AC EXPANSION OF LOST LAKE NATURE PARK!! THE VALUE OF THIS UNIQUE PROPERTY IS IN THE LAND WHERE TRANQUILITY & PEACE ABOUND IN NORTH OAKLAND TWP. DOWNTOWN ROCHESTER, OAKLAND UNIV, LAKE ORION, M-24, I-75, & FANTASTIC SHOPPING & RESTAURANTS ARE ALL NEARBY. YOUR ESCAPE BEGINS ON A . 4 MILE PAVED EASEMENT INTO THE WOODS CROSSING A BRIDGE JUST BEFORE THE PROPERTY. THE HOME CAN BE UPDATED, EXPANDED OR REPLACED WITH YOUR DREAM HOME!! THE 3 BDRM, 2.5 BTH RANCH HAS A LARGE GREAT RM W/ NATURAL FP, LARGE KITCHEN & DINING AREA W/ DOORWALL TO THE DECK OVERLOOKING THE LAKE FACING WEST FOR MAGNIFICIENT SUNSETS!! SPACIOUS MASTER STE HAS ITS OWN DECK. WHOLE HOUSE GENERAC GENERATOR INCLUDED. THE PARK EXPANSION DOES NOT ALLOW PUBLIC ACCESS ONTO CLAM LAKE OR USE OF THE EASEMENT. BUYER OR BUYER'S AGENT TO VERIFY ALL INFORMATION.
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
2.65 acresLot Size
$342Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by David McCafferty• Real Estate One-Rochester
THIS IS A TRULY RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A PRIVATE LAKE HIDEAWAY ON 2.65 AC W/ 261 FT OF FRONTAGE ON 13 AC CLAM LAKE, NESTLED DEEP IN THE WOODS, AND SURROUNDED BY THE RECENT 235 AC EXPANSION OF LOST LAKE NATURE PARK!! THE VALUE OF THIS UNIQUE PROPERTY IS IN THE LAND WHERE TRANQUILITY & PEACE ABOUND IN NORTH OAKLAND TWP. DOWNTOWN ROCHESTER, OAKLAND UNIV, LAKE ORION, M-24, I-75, & FANTASTIC SHOPPING & RESTAURANTS ARE ALL NEARBY. YOUR ESCAPE BEGINS ON A . 4 MILE PAVED EASEMENT INTO THE WOODS CROSSING A BRIDGE JUST BEFORE THE PROPERTY. THE HOME CAN BE UPDATED, EXPANDED OR REPLACED WITH YOUR DREAM HOME!! THE 3 BDRM, 2.5 BTH RANCH HAS A LARGE GREAT RM W/ NATURAL FP, LARGE KITCHEN & DINING AREA W/ DOORWALL TO THE DECK OVERLOOKING THE LAKE FACING WEST FOR MAGNIFICIENT SUNSETS!! SPACIOUS MASTER STE HAS ITS OWN DECK. WHOLE HOUSE GENERAC GENERATOR INCLUDED. THE PARK EXPANSION DOES NOT ALLOW PUBLIC ACCESS ONTO CLAM LAKE OR USE OF THE EASEMENT. BUYER OR BUYER'S AGENT TO VERIFY ALL INFORMATION.
REALCOMP #2220011162
Jul 1, 2022
Pending
—
Jun 30, 2022
Sold
$420,000
$205/sq ft
Apr 27, 2022
Contingent
—
Apr 5, 2022
Price Changed
$575,000
$281/sq ft
Feb 18, 2022
Listed
$679,900
$332/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #40143761
Sep 24, 2021
Listing Removed
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Sep 24, 2021
Listing Removed
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Jul 21, 2021
Price Changed
$989,900
$483/sq ft
May 28, 2021
Price Changed
$1,299,900
$634/sq ft
Feb 5, 2021
Listed
$1,500,000
$732/sq ft
REALCOMP #2210006378
Sep 24, 2021
Listing Removed
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Jul 21, 2021
Price Changed
$989,900
$483/sq ft
May 28, 2021
Price Changed
$1,299,900
$634/sq ft
Feb 5, 2021
Listed
$1,500,000
$732/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 12, 2017
Sold
$307,500
$150/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #830445
May 8, 2008
Listing Removed
—
May 11, 2007
Listed
$450,000
$220/sq ft
REALCOMP #27084035
Oct 29, 2007
Listing Removed
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May 11, 2007
Listed
$450,000
$220/sq ft
REALCOMP #25065555
Nov 15, 2005
Listing Removed
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May 15, 2005
Listed
$699,000
$341/sq ft
REALCOMP #24097126
Dec 7, 2004
Listing Removed
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Jul 30, 2004
Listed
$825,000
$403/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,288 (+3.1%)
2024
$7,067 (+15.6%)
2023
$6,115 (+11.3%)
2022
$5,494 (+6.0%)
2021
$5,182 (+0.9%)
2020
$5,138 (+2.2%)
2019
$5,026 (+2.2%)
2018
$4,916 (+21.2%)
2017
$4,057 (−36.6%)
2016
$6,394 (+4.2%)
2015
$6,139 (+1.1%)
2014
$6,072
Tax history for 1261 LAKE GEORGE Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,288 (+3.1%)
2024
$7,067 (+15.6%)
2023
$6,115 (+11.3%)
2022
$5,494 (+6.0%)
2021
$5,182 (+0.9%)
2020
$5,138 (+2.2%)
2019
$5,026 (+2.2%)
2018
$4,916 (+21.2%)
2017
$4,057 (−36.6%)
2016
$6,394 (+4.2%)
2015
$6,139 (+1.1%)
2014
$6,072
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.65 Acres
Year renovated
2002
Sq. Ft.
2,445
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oakland County
APN
N -10-09-100-018
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Interior Features
Has Fireplace
# of Rooms (Total): 13
Interior Features: Cable/Internet Avail.
Appliances: Refrigerator, Washer
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Great Room Fireplace, Natural Fireplace
Bedroom Information
Bedroom 1 Level: Entry
Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 15 x 17
Bedroom 2 Level: Entry
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 3 Level: Entry
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: W=11
Bathroom Information
# of Lavatories: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 3
Bathroom 1 Information
Lavatory 1 Width: 4
Lavatory 1 Length: 6
Lavatory 1 Level: Entry
Bathroom 1 Level: Entry
Bathroom 1 Length: 8
Bathroom 1 Width: 5
Dining/Kitchen Information
Kitchen Level: Entry
Kitchen Dimension: 12 x 10
Breakfast Nook Level: Entry
Breakfast Nook Dimension: 12 x 11
Family/Great Room Information
Great Room Level: Entry
Great Room Dimensions: 20 x 19
Laundry/Basement Information
Laundry Room Level: Entry
Laundry Room Dimensions: 11 x 6
Other Room Information
Other Room 2 Level: Entry
Other Room 2 Dimensions: 19 x 11
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Construction: Wood
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
Foundation Type: Crawl
Property Features
On Waterfront
Water Features: Lake Frontage, Lake/River Privileges, Water View, Waterfront
Lake Name: CLAM LAKE
Property Information
Out Buildings: Shed
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 1 Story
Year Built: 1977
Lot Information
SITE/LOT FEATURES: Easement, Wooded
Lot Size: 261,493,218,480
Land Information
Land Contract: No
Acreage: 2.65
Roads: Gravel, Paved Street
Frontage: 20
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Taxable Value: $169,390
Total Tax Amount: $5,428
Summer Tax Amount: $4,331
Winter Tax Amount: $1,097
Utilities
Utility Information
Heat/Fuel Type: LP/Propane Gas
Water Heater: Propane Hot Water
Water: Private Well
Cooling System: Central A/C
Heating System: Forced Air
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=2049
School Information
School District: Lake Orion Community Schools
School District: Lake Orion Community Schools
Address Information
Street Designation: Road
Location Details
Directions: From Lake George follow easement east approx. .4 mile across small bridge to first home on the left. Do not go to next residence
Municipality Type: Township
Municipality: Oakland Twp
Mail City: Oakland
Municipality: Oakland Twp
Area (Municipality): Oakland Twp (63101)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,445
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.65 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: 2002
County: Oakland County
APN: N -10-09-100-018
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 13, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Originating MLS: RealComp
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Around this home
Schools
Blanche Sims Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.1mi
8/10
Oakview Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Lake Orion Community High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.6mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$666,000 – $806,000
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